Founder and editor of Stardust Nari Hira dies at 86

Nari Hira, a prominent film producer and the owner of Magna Publishing, died on August 23 at the age of 86. Hira was a significant figure in the Indian media industry, known for his pioneering work in publishing popular magazines such as Stardust, Savvy, Showtime, Society, and Health.

Nari Hira's family said in the official statement: "It is with deep sorrow that we share the news of his passing, a pioneer in print media, a family man and father beyond compare, he leaves us



behind heartbroken in his absence.”

Novelist-columnist Shobhaa De and journalist Vir Sanghvi posted for Nari after his death. The former wrote, "Farewell, Boss.... (sic)" while the latter wrote, "RIP Nari Hira, the genius of Indian publishing.The magazine revolution began when he launched Stardust. He broke every convention of film coverage & then created a magazine empire based on those principles; be sharp, be blunt but write well & make it look good I will miss him (sic)."